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Fairfield Man Charged With OWI, Drug Possession, Then Caught at School

An 18-year-old Fairfield man is facing multiple charges from two separate alleged incidents in the same week, including one at the Fairfield High School. Hunter Drollinger, 18, faces Operating While Under the Influence — 1st Offense (serious misdemeanor), Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marijuana) — 1st Offense (serious misdemeanor), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (simple misdemeanor) from the first incident. A second Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marijuana) — 1st Offense (serious misdemeanor) charge stems from the second incident.

Fairfield, IA · 2d

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Ottumwa Woman Arrested after Allegedly Refusing to Return Rental Car

An Ottumwa woman faces legal trouble for not returning a car she rented earlier this year despite repeated attempts from the rental company to recover the vehicle, according to authorities. Wendy Mills, 51, has been charged with first-degree theft, a Class C felony. On October 22, court records say an...

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Fairfield Woman Charged After Protected Party Visited Her in Jail Three Times

A Fairfield woman has been charged with violating a no contact order after a protected party visited her multiple times while she was incarcerated. Jaiden Hainline, 25, was charged on Saturday, November 7th with violation of a no contact/protective order, a simple misdemeanor. According to court documents, a no contact order had been issued against Hainline in December 2024. The protected party visited Hainline at the jail on October 12th, October 26th, and November 2nd, prompting correctional staff to alert authorities.

Fairfield, IA · 2d

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United Auto Workers Release Statement Regarding Ottumwa Works Closure

An anonymous group of United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 74 members from the Ottumwa Works John Deere plant issued a public statement to express what they say are growing concerns regarding their union’s current strategy and representation. The statement reads:. “As dues-paying UAW members at John Deere Ottumwa Works,...

Ottumwa, IA · 5h

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OSKALOOSA ANNOUNCES ELIMINATION OF FULL-TIME POSITIONS, OTHER BUDGET REDUCTIONS TO ADDRESS SHORTFALL

OSKALOOSA – The City of Oskaloosa is announcing a series of difficult budget reduction measures necessitated by ongoing changes to Iowa’s property tax system and the resulting financial impacts on local governments. For the City of Oskaloosa, property taxes provide approximately 76% of General Fund revenues, which support...

Oskaloosa, IA · 1d

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Lane Closures Expected on Highway 149 in Keokuk County Starting Tuesday

The Iowa Department of Transportation will begin road construction on Highway 149 in Keokuk County Tuesday morning, with intermittent lane closures expected through early December. Work will take place between Iowa Highway 22, near South English, and County Road G13, approximately two miles south of North English. The stretch includes...

Keokuk County, IA · 2d

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‘Hail Satan’ Invocation Sparks Renewed Controversy at Ottumwa City Council

Police escorted a man from an Ottumwa City Council meeting after he interrupted an invocation delivered by Matt Dalbey. The incident followed another controversy over council invocations in October. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.

Ottumwa, IA · 12h

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Ottumwa mayor optimistic the Jefferson Street Bridge will re-open in the coming days

OTTUMWA, Iowa - Ottumwa Mayor Benjamin Foote says the city’s Jefferson Street Bridge is expected to re-open — hopefully within the coming days. The city said contractors installed a new special-order expansion joint on Monday and poured concrete Wednesday, which has to cure before the bridge can be re-opened.

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Hy-Vee Celebrates Angela Hoffman’s Five-Year Milestone

Hy-Vee is recognizing Angela Hoffman for reaching an important milestone, celebrating five years as a full-time employee with the company. Hoffman serves as the Store Manager at the Ottumwa Hy-Vee Drugstore, where she plays an important role in daily operations and customer service. Through her leadership, dedication, and hard work,...

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Main Street Ottumwa Receives $100,000 Main Street Iowa Challenge Grant

The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today awarded $1.1 million in Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants to 11 communities across the state. The grants support the rehabilitation of underutilized downtown buildings, spurring economic growth and encouraging further investment in Iowa’s historic main streets. Ottumwa received $100,000 to the Briggs...

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Ottumwa Announces Veterans Day Closings and Garbage Collection Changes

The City of Ottumwa is reminding residents of changes to garbage and recycling collection, along with scheduled city office and facility closings, in observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Residents who normally receive garbage and recycling collection on Wednesdays will have their service moved to Thursday, November...

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Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana

Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana. Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress executive director Marc Roe says within hours of last Tuesday’s announcement, he began collaborating with Iowa Workforce Development and Indian Hills Community College to brainstorm how to retrain and retain those workers. “Ottumwa, any community isn’t about one business. It’s going to change our landscape for sure, but, you know, it doesn’t have to determine the future of the community. That’s up to us to do,” Roe says. John Deere will leave about 400 people out of jobs, in addition to an abandoned industrial complex in the middle of Ottumwa. Roe hopes to attract new manufacturing, retrain local employees through workforce development or the local community college, and find new ways to retain families who are building businesses or going to school in Ottumwa.

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Fairfield Woman Faces Domestic Abuse Charge After Alleged Knife Threat Against Sibling

A Fairfield woman is facing a domestic abuse charge after allegedly threatening a sibling with a knife at their shared residence. Yvette Stepp, 62, was charged with Domestic Abuse Assault — 2nd Offense, an aggravated misdemeanor, following an incident at a residence on South 17th Street in Fairfield on the evening of November 5th. According to court documents, Stepp threatened her sibling by taking a knife and telling them she would kill them during the night if they did not leave the home they share.

Fairfield, IA · 2d

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Godfrey’s Gives Back to Ottumwa Schools

Godfrey’s Ale House continues to show its support for the Ottumwa community through its commitment to Ottumwa High School student-athletes. Ottumwa High School recognizes Godfrey’s Ale House for its continued support and partnership. Contributions from local businesses help strengthen school programs and demonstrate the importance of community involvement in supporting students and their activities.

Ottumwa, IA · 8h

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Wapello-Keokuk Road Closed for Bridge Replacement Work

Motorists traveling on Wapello-Keokuk Road should plan for a temporary road closure beginning Tuesday, November 10, as crews begin construction work to replace a small bridge with a culvert. According to the Wapello County Road Department, the closure will begin at 7 a.m. Tuesday and is expected to remain in...

Wapello County, IA · 1d

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Holiday Train Attendees Should Prepare for Parking Changes

Residents planning to attend the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, should be aware of several parking and transportation changes for this year’s event. The Holiday Train event will take place on the north side of the railroad tracks. All attendees will be...

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John Deere Plans to Close 2 Iowa Plants, and One Line Is Moving to Louisiana

John Deere plans to close two Iowa plants, Ottumwa Works and Hagie in Clarion, moving the work to Des Moines and Thibodaux, Louisiana, by fiscal 2029.

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Fairfield City Council & Jefferson County Supervisors Explore Shared Dog Facility

The Fairfield City Council and Jefferson County Board of Supervisors met jointly Monday evening on November 9th to discuss the dog issues happening in both the city and county, and they brought up building a shared animal impound facility — a move both bodies said could solve a long-running problem neither has been able to address on its own.

Fairfield, IA · 1d

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Justice Bus Makes Stop in Ottumwa Offering Free Legal Assistance

Residents in the Ottumwa area have an opportunity to receive assistance with a variety of civil legal issues as the Iowa Legal Aid Justice Bus makes a stop in the community today. The mobile legal clinic will be stationed at SIEDA Community Action, 725 W. Second Street in Ottumwa, until...

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